Friday, October 04, 2013

Nickelodeon UK To Premiere Brand New Original TV Movie "Nicky Deuce" On Friday 22nd November 2013

Nickelodeon UK, the number one commercial kids TV network in the UK, has announced the exciting Nick News that Nickelodeon UK and Ireland and Nickelodeon HD UK will premiere and show Nickelodeon's brand new Original TV Movie, "Nicky Deuce", on Friday 22nd November 2013 at 6:30pm (repeated at 7:30pm on Nick UK's plus-one (+1) timeshift channel, Nickelodeon +1), as part of Nick UK's brand new "Nick Flicks" Friday night programming block!

Featuring an impressive cast including Noah Munck (Gibby in "iCarly"), as well as "The Sopranos" stars Steve Schirripa, Michael Imperioli, Vincent Curatola, Tony Sirico and the late, great, James Gandolfini, "Nicky Deuce" sees Nicholas Borelli II (Munck), an over-protected teen, become a fish out of water when he gets caught in the adventure of a lifetime when his plans to attend math camp go awry and he is sent to spend the summer with an uncle (Schirripa) he never knew he had in Brooklyn, New York. Nicholas leans on local kids to help him fit in and winds up mistakenly earning a reputation as a tough guy. When confronted with some questionable dealings, Nicky uncovers family secrets and learns that the mean streets of Brooklyn aren't always what they seem. "Nicky Deuce" also stars actor Cassius Crieghtney ("Degrassi: The Next Generation") and actress Rita Moreno ("Where on Earth Is Carmen Sandiego?"). "Nicky Deuce" is based on a popular children's book by Steve Schirripa and Charles Fleming.

You can find Nick UK's full "Nick Flicks" movie line-up here on NickALive!
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Nickelodeon UK To Premiere Brand New Original TV Movie "Swindle" On Friday 1st November 2013

Nickelodeon UK, the number one commercial kids TV network in the UK, has announced the exciting Nick News that Nickelodeon UK and Ireland and Nickelodeon HD UK will premiere and show Nickelodeon's brand new Original TV Movie, "Swindle", on Friday 1st November 2013 at 6:30pm (repeated at 7:30pm on Nick UK's plus-one (+1) timeshift channel, Nickelodeon +1), as part of Nick UK's brand new "Nick Flicks" Friday night programming block!


"Swindle" is a 90-minute comedy caper which features an ensemble cast of Nickelodeon fan favorites who have teamed up for the first time ever: Jennette McCurdy and Ariana Grande from "Sam & Cat"; Noah Crawford and Chris O'Neal from "How to Rock" and "You Gotta See This"; Ciara Bravo from "Big Time Rush" and "Jinxed"; and Noah Munck from "iCarly". "Swindle" is based on the popular children's book by Gordon Korman.

In "Swindle", an evil collector cons Griffin (Crawford) out of a million dollar baseball card that could have saved his best friend's (O'Neal) home, so he unites a ragtag group of his classmates - Amanda (Ariana Grande), Savannah (Jennette McCurdy), Darren (Noah Munck) and Melissa (Ciara Bravo) - to take down the swindler. It's a valiant adventure that will take them through daring heists, crazy disguises and a pie fight face-off – but throughout it all, the kids have to bring their skills together as a team to get justice.

You can find Nick UK's full "Nick Flicks" movie line-up here on NickALive!


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Nickelodeon UK To Premiere The Latest Brand New Episode Of "N-View" On Saturday 12th October 2013

The online British and Irish TV guide website Digiguide, via NickUKHub, is reporting the exciting Nick UK news that Nickelodeon UK and Ireland and Nickelodeon HD UK will premiere and show the latest brand new episode, episode 10, of Nickelodeon International's children's entertainment magazine television series "N-View" on Saturday 12th October 2013 at 4:15pm (repeated at 5.15pm on Nick UK's plus-one (+1) timeshift channel, Nickelodeon +1), as part of "October 2013 on Nickelodeon UK"!

This month's episode of "N-View" is a wild thrill ride! First, Nick takes sneak a quick peek — and they do mean QUICK! — at a super-speedy snail named Turbo. Get revved up for his animated adventures on the big screen.

Plus, Nick's got more sneak previews coming your way. Remember Sam from "iCarly" and Cat from "Victorious"? Of course you do! They're teaming up for a brand-new Nick series called, for obvious reasons, "Sam & Cat". Get a look at the show before the series premieres on Nickelodeon UK and Ireland and Nickelodeon HD UK on Monday 14th October 2013 at 6:00pm (replayed at 7:00pm on Nick UK's plus-one timeshift channel, Nick+1)! There's also a super spooky sneak peek at another new series featuring characters you haven't met before. It's called "The Haunted Hathaways" and it's about a family who share their house with ghosts. You don't want to miss it! Catch the sneak peek before the show premieres on Nick UK in November 2013!

Of course, the boys of Big Time Rush are big-time Nick favourites too... and they recently treated two lucky viewers to a personal look at their spectacular concert at Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida. And you get to go along for the ride and and visit behind-the-scenes!

From big to small, Nick's got a sneak peek at the magical miniature world of 'Epic', the CG-animated film that's coming to DVD! Plus, find out who won the SpongeBob SquareShorts short film competition — you won't believe some of the wacky ideas that creative "SpongeBob SquarePants" fans came up with!

All this is coming your way on the latest episode of "N-View". So, race to catch it on your TV screens on Saturday 12th October 2013 at 4:15pm! Can't wait? You can watch the brand new tenth episode of "N-View" before other Nickheads right here on Nickelodeon Australia and New Zealand's official "N-View" website, nick-nview.com.au!

Nickelodeon UK and Ireland presenter Anna Williamson announced in September 2013 that she will be the host of the tenth brand new episode of "N-View"!

You can visit Nickelodeon UK's official N-View website, your own personal entertainment guide, here at NView.co.uk.
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Nickelodeon And Fuhu, Inc. Launch nabi 2 Nickelodeon Special Edition Tablet With Nick Content And Nickelodeon-Themed Tablet Accessories

Nickelodeon and Fuhu, Inc. have today, Friday 4th October 2013, announced in the following Press Release, from TVbytheNumbers, the launch of the nabi 2 Nickelodeon Special Edition tablet and tablet accessories, following the success of the nabi Jr. Nick Jr. tablet which launched earlier this year!

Available exclusively at Walmart from today (Friday 4th October 2013), the nabi 2 Nickelodeon Special Edition tablet is filled with Nickelodeon-branded apps, games, eBooks and full-length episodes from Nickelodeon's most popular animated (Nicktoons) and live-action original series including "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles", "SpongeBob SquarePants", "Sanjay & Craig", "The Legend of Korra", "iCarly" and "Victorious".


Additionally, an extended line of tablet accessories will be available this month, including nabi FX Frames, decorative character-themed vinyl stickers where kids can customize their nabi; and nabi FX Headphone Wraps, customizable wraps to personalize their nabi headphones. Both are available in "Dora the Explorer"; "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" and "SpongeBob SquarePants" designs.

In time for the holidays, nabi 2 Nickelodeon Special Edition ($199.99) is available now exclusively at Walmart in 2,500 stores across the USA. Nickelodeon themed accessories ranging from $5.99 to $29.99 will be available this October.

Last March, Nickelodeon and Fuhu, Inc. signed a multi-year deal to produce and distribute Nickelodeon-themed tablet accessories and nabi tablets pre-loaded with the network's content.

Original Nickelodeon Press Release:

NICKELODEON AND FUHU, INC. LAUNCH NABI 2 NICKELODEON SPECIAL EDITION TABLET WITH NICK CONTENT AND NICKELODEON-THEMED TABLET ACCESSORIES

Fuhu's Award-Winning nabi 2 Tablet Features Apps, Games, Videos, eBooks and More from Hit Nickelodeon Animated and Live-Action Series

NEW YORK – Oct. 4, 2013 – Nickelodeon and Fuhu, Inc. today announced the launch of the nabi 2 Nickelodeon Special Edition tablet and tablet accessories, following the success of the nabi Jr. Nick Jr. tablet which launched earlier this year. Available exclusively at Walmart beginning today, the nabi 2 Nickelodeon Special Edition tablet is filled with apps, games, ebooks and full-length episodes from Nickelodeon’s most popular animated and live-action series including Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, SpongeBob SquarePants, Sanjay & Craig, The Legend of Korra, iCarly and Victorious.

Additionally, an extended line of tablet accessories will be available this month, including nabi FX™ Frames, decorative character-themed vinyl stickers where kids can customize their nabi; and nabi FX™ Headphone Wraps, customizable wraps to personalize their nabi headphones. Both are available in Dora the Explorer; Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and SpongeBob SquarePants designs.

"We are so excited to expand our relationship with Fuhu, Inc.," said Manuel Torres, Senior Vice President, Global Toys and Publishing, Nickelodeon Consumer Products. "This new line of products will be sure to delight fans while in their homes, and when they’re on the go."

"It is a privilege to collaborate with Nickelodeon to combine the experiences of nabi and Nickelodeon incorporating all of kids’ favorite shows and franchises,” said Jim Mitchell, CEO of Fuhu. "We are thrilled to deepen our partnership with Nickelodeon to expand our product offerings and excited to bring iCarly, SpongeBob, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles to fans of both brands."

In time for the holidays, nabi 2 Nickelodeon Special Edition ($199.99) is available now exclusively at Walmart in 2,500 stores nationwide. Nickelodeon themed accessories ranging from $5.99 to $29.99 will be available this October.

Last March, Nickelodeon and Fuhu, Inc. signed a multi-year deal to produce and distribute Nickelodeon-themed tablet accessories and nabi tablets pre-loaded with the network’s content.

About Fuhu, Inc.

Fuhu, Inc., the creator of the nabi tablet, is the leading designer, seller and innovator of thoughtful consumer products and services for children. Fuhu is committed to creating children's solutions that are: (1) socially responsible, (2) made right, (3) make a difference in people's lives, (4) For Parents. By Parents. ® and (5) dedicated to the intellectual development of children. Fuhu, Inc. is the No. 1 Fastest-Growing Private Company amongst 5,000 in America as ranked by Inc.'s exclusive 32nd Inc. 500|5000 list. Fuhu is headquartered in El Segundo, Calif., with offices in Denver, San Jose, China, Hong Kong, Taipei and Japan. For more information, visit www.fuhu.com and www.nabitablet.com.

About Nickelodeon

Nickelodeon, now in its 34th year, is the number-one entertainment brand for kids. It has built a diverse, global business by putting kids first in everything it does. The company includes television programming and production in the United States and around the world, plus consumer products, online, recreation, books and feature films. Nickelodeon’s U.S. television network is seen in more than 100 million households and has been the number-one-rated basic cable network for 18 consecutive years. For more information or artwork, visit http://www.nickpress.com. Nickelodeon and all related titles, characters and logos are trademarks of Viacom Inc. (NASDAQ: VIA, VIA.B). http://www.nickpress.com. Nickelodeon and all related titles, characters and logos are trademarks of Viacom Inc. (NASDAQ: VIA, VIA.B).

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It's Friday Night At The Movies On Nickelodeon UK In November 2013 With Nick Flicks

Make an appointment with your friends and family, reserve the best spot on your sofa and grab some popcorn, Nickelodeon UK, the number one commercial kids TV network in the UK, has announced in the following Press Release, that every Friday evening during November 2013 is movie night on Nick, as Nickelodeon UK and Ireland and Nickelodeon HD UK launches a brand new "Nick Flicks" movie programming slot!


The weekly event features two brand-new Nickelodeon Original TV Movies, "Swindle" and "Nicky Deuce", and the much loved favourites "Fred 3: Camp Fred" and "House of Anubis" - "The Touchstone of Ra"!

Nickelodeon UK's film season kicks off in style with the Nickelodeon all-stars teaming up for the first time ever in brand-new "Swindle", premiering Friday 1st November 2013 at 6:30pm. The 90-minute comedy caper features Jennette McCurdy and Ariana Grande from "Sam & Cat", Noah Crawford and Chris O'Neal from "How to Rock" and "You Gotta See This", Ciara Bravo from "Big Time Rush", and "iCarly"'s Noah Munck.

In "Swindle", an evil collector cons wheeler-dealer Griffin (Crawford) out of a million dollar baseball card that could have saved his best friend's (O'Neal) home, so he unites a ragtag group of his classmates (McCurdy, Grande, Bravo and Munck) to take down the swindler. It's a valiant adventure that will take them through daring heists, crazy disguises and a pie fight face-off – but throughout it all, the kids have to bring their skills together as a team to get justice.

Later in the month, the brand new original Nickelodeon TV movie "Nicky Deuce" premieres on Friday 22nd November 2013 at 6:30pm. Featuring an impressive cast including Noah Munck ("iCarly"'s Gibby), as well as "The Sopranos" stars Steve Schirripa, Michael Imperioli, Vincent Curatola, Tony Sirico and the late, great, James Gandolfini, "Nicky Deuce", based on a popular children's book by Steve Schirripa and Charles Fleming, sees Nicholas Borelli II (Munck), an over-protected teen, become a fish out of water when he gets caught in the adventure of a lifetime when his plans to attend math camp go awry and he is sent to spend the summer with an uncle (Schirripa). Nicholas leans on local kids to help him fit in and winds up mistakenly earning a reputation as a tough guy. When confronted with some questionable dealings, Nicky uncovers family secrets and learns that the mean streets of Brooklyn aren't always what they seem. "Nicky Deuce" also stars actor Cassius Crieghtney ("Degrassi: The Next Generation") and actress Rita Moreno ("Where on Earth Is Carmen Sandiego?").

In "Fred 3: Camp Fred", school's out for the summer and the fast-talking, hyper teenager "Fred Figglehorn" is headed to camp! In Fred 3: Camp Fred, Fred's mom (Siobhan Fallon Hogan) enrolls him in the world's worst summer camp - the dilapidated Camp Iwannapeepee. Fred is miserable until he meets a motley group of campers who teach him what camp is really about – making new friends. Together, Fred and his new friends, "Magoo" (Joey Bragg), "Dig" (Adrian Kali Turner, "Bad Teacher", "The Walking Dead"), "Spoon" (Leah Lewis), and "Chatter" (Matthew Scott Miller), are determined to muster up the strength and confidence to beat their rivals at the nearby posh Camp Superior in the annual Summer Camp Games. Based on one of the most popular internet characters of all time, the third installment of the hit TV movie franchise also features Tom Arnold as Floyd the camp director, WWE Superstar John Cena as Fred's imaginary dad, Charlie Carver ("Desperate Housewives") as Hugh Thompson the resident jock, Daniella Monet ("Victorious") as Fred's sassy best friend Bertha, Jake Weary ("As the World Turns") and Carlos Knight ("Supah Ninjas") as Fred's rivals. "Fred 3: Camp Fred" is executive produced by Brian Robbins of Varsity Pictures, Michael Green, Gary Binkow and Evan Weiss of The Collective, and Lucas Cruikshank. The movie is written by Drew Hancock ("Supah Ninjas", "FRED: THE SHOW") and directed by Jonathan Judge ("FRED: THE SHOW", "Big Time Rush"). "Fred 3: Camp Fred" airs on Friday 8th November 2013 at 6:30pm.

Rounding off the month on Friday 29th November 2013 at 6:30pm is the "House of Anubis" movie, "The Touchstone of Ra". In TSoR, the residents of Anubis House are nearing the end of their final term when their celebratory mood is cut short after a group of underclassman unexpectedly move into Anubis house, and a trip to an Egyptian museum leaves the group with a strange stone in hand. The Sibunas are confronted with their greatest challenge yet as they set out to decipher the secrets behind the touchstone of the ancient Egyptian god, Ra. As the power of the stone begins to cause chaos, it's up to leader Eddie Miller (Burkely Duffield) and the Sibunas to solve the mystery before it's too late. As the mystery unfolds, the Sibunas learn that not everyone is as they seem, and there’s only one among them who can save them from the powers of the stone. The special will feature Anubis favourites Eddie Miller / Edison Sweet (Burkely Duffield), KT Rush / Kara Tatianna (Alexandra Shipp), Fabian Rutter (Brad Kavanagh), Alfie Lewis (Alex Sawyer), Patricia Williamson (Jade Ramsey), Mara Jaffray (Tasie Lawrence), Jerome Clarke (Eugene Simon), Joy Mercer (Klariza Clayton), Willow Jenks (Louisa Connolly-Burnham) and introduces newcomers Sophia (Claudia Jessie), Dexter (Jake Davis), Erin (Kae Alexander) and Cassie (Roxy Fitzgerald).

To celebrate Nick Flicks month on Nickelodeon UK in November 2013, Nick UK's official website, nick.co.uk, will be unveiling exclusive online games, behind the scenes video clips, show information and more!

Below is Nickelodeon UK's full Nick Flicks movie line-up:

Friday 1st November 2013 at 6:30pm - Swindle
Friday 8th November 2013 at 6:30pm - Fred 3: Camp Fred
Friday 15th November 2013 at 6:30pm - Schedule to be announced
Friday 29th November 2013 at 6:30pm - The Touchstone of Ra
Friday 22nd November 2013 at 6:30pm - Nicky Deuce

All movies replayed one hour later on Nickelodeon UK's plus-one (+1) timeshift channel, Nick+1.

Original Nickelodeon UK Press Release:

IT IS FRIDAY NIGHT AT THE MOVIES ON NICKELODEON IN NOVEMBER

New Friday night Nick Flicks kicks off with original TV movie Swindle starring Nickelodeon superstars Jennette McCurdy and Ariana Grande

London, 4th October, 2013 – Make an appointment with your friends, family and some popcorn as Nickelodeon introduces a new Nick Flicks movie slot every Friday night in November. The weekly event features two brand-new, Nickelodeon, original TV movies Swindle and Nicky Deuce and the much-loved favourites Fred 3: Camp Fred and The Touchstone of Ra.

The season kicks off in style with Nickelodeon stars teaming up for the first time ever in brandnew Swindle, premiering Friday 1st November at 6:30pm. The 90-minute comedy caper features Jennette McCurdy and Ariana Grande from Sam & Cat, Noah Crawford and Chris O'Neal from How to Rock, Ciara Bravo from Big Time Rush, and iCarly's Noah Munck.

In Swindle an evil collector cons wheeler-dealer Griffin (Crawford) out of a valuable baseball card which could raise enough money for his best friend (O’Neal) to stay in town. To get the card back he rounds up a random group of his classmates with varying skills (McCurdy, Grande, Bravo and Munck) to take down the swindler. Cue a crazy adventure that takes them through daring heists, funny disguises and even a food fight showdown.

Later in the month, original TV movie Nicky Deuce premieres on Friday 22nd November at 6:30pm. Featuring an impressive cast including Noah Munck (iCarly’s Gibby), as well as The Sopranos stars Steve Schirripa, Michael Imperioli, Vincent Curatola, Tony Sirico and the late, great, James Gandolfini,. The movie sees Nicholas Borelli II (Munck), an over-protected teen, become a fish out of water when he is sent from his quiet home to spend the summer in New York with an uncle (Schirripa) he does not know. Nicholas leans on local kids to try and fit in and winds up mistakenly earning a reputation as a tough guy. When confronted with some questionable dealings, Nicholas uncovers family secrets and soon has to get to grips with the family business with hilarious results.

In Fred 3: Camp Fred, Fred's mum (Siobhan Fallon Hogan) enrols Fred Figglehorn (Lucas Cruikshank) in the world’s worst summer camp - the dilapidated Camp Iwannapeepee. Fred is miserable until he meets a motley group of campers who teach him what camp is really about – making new friends. Fred 3: Camp Fred airs on Friday 8th November at 6:30pm.

Rounding off the month on Friday 29th November at 6:30pm is the House of Anubis movie, The Touchstone of Ra. The residents of Anubis House are nearing the end of their final term but their celebratory mood is cut short after a group of underclassman unexpectedly move into Anubis house. A trip to an Egyptian museum leaves the group with a strange stone in hand and the Sibunas are confronted with their greatest challenge yet as they set out to decipher the secrets behind the touchstone of the ancient Egyptian god, Ra.

Exclusive games, behind the scenes clips, show information and more are available on nick.co.uk.

Available in 14 million homes, Nickelodeon is the place where kids rule and features top shows such as Nickelodeon's Kids' Choice Awards, Victorious, SpongeBob SquarePants and iCarly. Launched in 1993, Nickelodeon brings hit international and locally-produced entertainment content to audiences in the UK and Ireland. Viewers can also watch Nickelodeon in high definition through Nickelodeon HD and have the opportunity to catch up with the schedule through Nickelodeon +1. Nickelodeon is on Sky 604, Virgin 712, TalkTalk channel 315 and through BT Vision.

The Nickelodeon Network brings the best in kids content to the UK and Ireland with Nickelodeon channels available in over 14 million cable and satellite homes. Having launched in 1993 Nickelodeon UK comprises seven dedicated entertainment channels for kids aged 4-15 and their families, and is a joint venture between Viacom International Media Networks and BSkyB.

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Below is a online streaming video of Nickelodeon UK's "Nick Flicks" on-air graphics package, produced by the London, UK-based motion graphics and broadcast designer Crowmotion:

Nickelodeon - Nick Flicks from Crowmotion on Vimeo.

Graphics package for Nickelodeon's Friday film slot, Nick Flicks.


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